Simplifying System Administration with a Python-Based Menu Program

Sayantan Samanta
2 min readJul 31, 2023

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Linux, Docker, Web: All-in-One Awesomeness with Our Python Menu!

Introduction:

System administration can be a complex task, requiring multiple tools and commands to manage different aspects of the system efficiently. To streamline this process and provide a user-friendly interface, I have developed a Python-based menu program that offers an intuitive way to handle various tasks on a Linux system. This article will introduce the main functionalities of the menu program and how it simplifies Linux management, Docker operations, web configuration, and many more to come in future.

1. Manage Linux & Partitions:

This program offers a user-friendly interface with a range of convenient options for system administration tasks. Users can choose to run Linux commands. For disk management, they have the flexibility to create partitions and set up Logical Volume Management (LVM). The menu further assists users in checking mounted disks and listing available volume groups. Additionally, the Yum Configure option streamlines package management tasks. With options to return to the main menu or close the program, the Linux Menu provides a comprehensive and simplified approach to managing a Linux system.

2. Manage Docker:

Docker has revolutionized software deployment and containerization, but handling Docker operations through the command line can be overwhelming for beginners. The menu program’s second option brings the power of Docker to the fingertips of users without the need for deep technical knowledge.

With this option, users can search for Docker images on Dockerhub, download images of their choice, list existing Docker images and containers, create and start new containers, and remove containers and images. The interactive interface guides users through these tasks, simplifying Docker container management.

3. Manage Web Configuration:

The 3rd option in the menu enables users to effortlessly start web services, ensuring the smooth functioning of the Apache Web Server software. With this functionality, users can initiate essential services necessary for hosting websites and applications. By selecting this option, users can easily start the Apache Web Server, facilitating the availability of web pages to visitors. This streamlined web configuration process empowers users to quickly bring their websites online and efficiently manage their web hosting environment.

Will keep on integrating and updating the project!!

Thank you for reading.

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Sayantan Samanta
Sayantan Samanta

Written by Sayantan Samanta

DevOps & Cloud, Ansible, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins, Docker, Python https://www.linkedin.com/in/sayantan-samanta/

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